[vodpod id=Video.5719639&w=540&h=350&fv=%26rel%3D0%26border%3D0%26] We’ve been waiting a while now for something new from Jay Electronica, so he decided to release a new video. Take a look behind the scenes in the studio while he is creating some new music for Act II.
Oun-P ‘s gaining some radio play out here and now he grabs two of New York’s finest to join him on the official remix to his new single. Now enough of the yappin’ and click play. mf UPDATE: Full version with a verse from Fred The Godson.
Rozay was recording this track back during the Super Bowl and Lowkey comes through with the final product. I think it’s safe to say we kinda love this one. Last Train To Paris in stores now. UPDATE: Official version via Mr. X.
BeYoung, Like and Mibbs finally give the Internet their latest mixtape. After you stare at the cover for awhile, you can catch the tracklist and download link after the jump.
[vodpod id=Video.5718679&w=540&h=350&fv=configParams%3Did%253D1658781%2526uri%253Dmgid%253Auma%253Avideolist%253Amtv.com%253A1658781] Meet James Padgett and on this episode of MTV‘s MADE, he gets assistance from Mike Bigga on becoming a rapper to avoid bullies. Look out Marshall. Ha!
NY Times caught up with Chris Rock about his upcoming Broadway production, The Motherfucker With the Hat. During their conversation, Chris discussed his skit on Kanye West’s “Blame Game”. “I did that quicker than I read scripts that they offer me money to do. I thank him so much it probably freaks him out. Especially at this late date, to get on something, the album of the moment, that stuff is priceless, you can’t put a price tag on that. […]
Not too long ago, Wiz Khalifa was in NYC for an interview with DJ Clue on Power 105.1. Towards the end of their conversation, Wiz spit a quick freestyle over Weezy’s track, “La La“. uhtn
Breezy’s album F.A.M.E. is on the way later this month, but before it hits stores, East Exclusives brings forth a new track featuring Timbo and Big Sean. Sidebar: Chris Brown NY Post Feature
After noticing Freddie Gibbs insightful and often humorous observations on sports through his Twitter account, Rap Radar decided to give him a forum to express his thoughts on the thrills of victory and the agonies of defeat. It’s Gangsta Gibbs Wide World Of Sports. The black Bill Simmons is here. And for his second column, Gary’s finest got a thing or two to say about Bron Bron and his team of crybabies. Ha!
Khaled Khaled takes us behind the scenes on the photography behind his upcoming album’s packaging. Shout-out to Clay Patrick McBride. I can vouch for his skills from them XXL days. Ha!
It is so heartbreaking to hear DJ Premier break the news that DJ Kool Herc’s health is ailing, as he is literally the founding father who laid down the blueprint for hip-hop culture. Thinking about how someone who built an entire global phenomenon can end up struggling with medical expenses or failing health really puts things into perspective regarding healthcare challenges. When you look at how people navigate health or wellness procedures worldwide—whether someone is researching cosmetic treatments like Liposuction Cyprus or seeking urgent medical care—it underscores how essential access to reliable medical help and proper support systems really is. Kool Herc gave us the breaks, the block parties, and the entire movement that shaped generations of music lovers, so seeing the community step up to show love while DJ Premier brings awareness to his condition is the very least we can do. Sending strength and prayers to Kool Herc for a full recovery, and massive respect to DJ Premier for using his platform to make sure a true pioneer gets the support and respect he deserves.